The most playful way to appreciate the work of master perfumer Francic Kurkdjian? By blowing bubbles redolent of freshly cut herbs.

$20, Neiman Marcus

By Jessica Romm

The leather trim and stripes give this bag polish, while the size lets her haul all her essentials -- and yes, the rest of the family's.

$165, Oughton Limited

Using a wax impression of a child's fingerprint, this designer will create a unique piece of jewelry that's chic, too.

In 14k solid gold, $425, Camille Cesari

Cheerios, animal crackers, corn flakes -- standard fare for toddlers, but this is done up right (a.k.a. covered in Jacques Torres chocolate) for Mom. Plus, it comes packed in a cute tote.

$65, New York Mouth

These copper prongs make digging in the dirt a little glamorous, and they stay pointy and rust-free over time.

$58, PKS

With little ones pawing her iPhone all day, she’ll like the layer of protection the soft plastic gives. The bright red heart will make her smile.

$25, ban.do

Shu Uemura's brushes are the gold standard in the beauty world.

Natural 18 Goat foundation brush, $42; Kolinsky 5R eye brush, $60; and Natural 18R Red powder brush, $52, all from Shu Uemura

For the mom who loves to sew, this set of high-quality tools and threads in pretty packaging will just improve her game.

$75, Merchant & Mills

She can add punch to the morning-egg routine with a collapsible nylon whisk in a fun color.

$18, Gretel Home

If Mom has never met a lapel she hasn’t straightened, a smudged cheek she hasn’t tried to clean (with her tongue-dampened thumb), this vase -- designed to resemble a scrunched sock -- might drive her crazy in the very best way.

$89, Marimekko

Sleek Scandinavian design meets the traditional Japanese teapot: It’s a glass vessel with a stainless steel tea “egg” that lifts and lowers via a silicone band.

$70, Scandinavian Design Center

It's the nail polish she always covets but can't bring herself to buy, in the colors of the season.

In April and May, $26 each, Chanel

For Mom, there might be no better gift than a vetted, curated update to her music selection (no offense to her “About Last Night” soundtrack ... on audiocassette).

$10, Amazon

Made from Sheesam wood, Mom will think it’s pretty enough to use for both food prep and entertaining.

$25, Macy’s

Soft, lightweight, utilitarian, and stylish -- this is a bag that everyone would love.

In Apricot, $120, Baggu

Mom won’t be able to decide what’s dreamier: iced tea from the renowned Parisian tea salon or the sea glass-inspired canister.

$50, Mariage Freres

Genius pattern-maker Christian Lacroix designs stunning paper products, including this luxurious journal with die-cut endpapers.

$17, Libretto

Whether she goes for fro-yo, sorbet, or old-fashioned ice cream, she can whip up 1 1/2 quarts in 20 minutes or less.

$90, Cuisinart

This piece by a cult-favorite designer goes with everything and becomes personalized over time (knot it as the leather stretches).

In Natural, $95, Giles and Brother

It’s like giving someone a fragrance and a scent memory: This light perfume, with notes of Coppertone, wet sand, and saltwater, will instantly transport Mom back to the beach.

$70, A + R Store

The younger your mother looks, the younger you look by extension. This luxurious moisturizer will give her skin a dewy finish and a subtle rose scent.

$93, Barneys

A rare find: crisp cotton two-piece PJs that are supremely comfy yet not at all frumpy.

$115, Chance

Why shouldn’t Mom indulge during an everyday (or every hour) task like washing her hands?

$24, Savon de Marseilles

Give Mom a dainty piece of silk-and-gold jewelry to send her a secret message.

$48, Coatt

The neon frame is like a work of modern art; add a cherished family print to give it sentimental value.

$118, Alexandra Von Furstenberg

A coffeemaker that brightens up her morning routine -- and makes a perfect brew -- is worth its weight in gold.

In Gold, $70, Bodum

This storage set may be gift enough for the organizationally obsessed (or challenged) mom; fill it with treats to up the ante.

From $2 each, by Martha Stewart Home Office with Avery

These silicone-wrapped glass vessels are so cute, she'll look forward to hydrating.

In Julep and Rocket, $28 each, BRK

This botanical card set comes packaged in a balsam wood box.

$48, Stripe and Field

Great for storing wet or dry ingredients, this ample ceramic container holds up to 6 cups and comes in an array of bright colors.

$14.99, Macy's

Mom will feel tres chic every time she fishes out this diamond-embossed wallet to make a purchase.

$160, Opening Ceremony

This jewel-like agate slab provides a dazzling resting place for a hot baking dish or teapot, or even a potted plant.

$17, Leif